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Saving Grace by Aubrey Wynne

This is fascinating, sweet, eerie and cool. Chloe is determined, strong, brave and caring. Jackson is sweet, considerate and charming. Grace is strong, vulnerable, naive and caring. In 2006 Chloe is dealing with a stalker ex while trying to get a horse business going. When her barn burns down and her ex starts telling people that she was under suspicion for she leaves the area temporarily. She finally gets to meet Jackson, who she's heard of through her best friend, and there's a spark and magnetic pull between them. In in 1706 Grace is tried as a witch after being accused of causing harm to her neighbors. Her ghost is still in the area, Chloe sees her and feels her presence. Grace looks after Chloe, putting things out of the way and covering her with a blanket. Jackson and Chloe look into Grace's life after they figure out who she is, and try to help her move on. The​ end of the book is dramatic and thrilling. I loved everything about the book, except for the ex husband.

More Than Most by Sloane Parker

This is fascinating, riveting, romantic and suspenseful. Richard finally gets to buy the Harrison Estate. But now he can't get the investors to invest, and people keep breaking in. Matthew and Luke seem distant from him, and closer to each other, and when things get dangerous at the estate, he pushes them away to keep them safe. They push back and he gives in, and together they figure out what it is that everyone believes in on the estate. That has them frantically searching the house, and investigating Griff's death. The Harrison butler, Dominic, knows more than he's telling, but they can't get him to give them the information. So many secrets, so much intrigue and so much love will have you forgetting about everything you should be doing, until you read the last page. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

More by Sloan Parker

This is an intense, gripping, suspenseful, dramatic and fascinating story. Richard is bold, gentle, caring and protective. Matthew is sweet, excitable and generous. Luke is determined, tough and unemotional. They meet at a club where gay men can go for hookups. They connected emotionally the instant they met, but they knew that Luke was never with someone more than once. Until the next time he was at the club and they wanted a repeat, he couldn't say no. Then they decided to go on a date, and Richard asked them to move in. Luke didn't want to keep being with them, but couldn't stop himself from saying yes, partly because his father had tracked him down again so he needed to move, and partly because he was curious about his reaction to them. When Luke's father started threatening them, he tried to leave, but he couldn't, and things got bad after that. There are some shocking twists that you never see coming. It's an amazing story abo

Something To Believe In by Sloan Parker

This is intense, heartbreaking and dramatic. Sean is brave, strong, determined and vulnerable. Gavin is tough, protective and brave. Sean ended up on the streets because his parents wouldn't accept that he was gay. Gavin ended up on the streets after growing up in foster care. They meet one Christmas Eve at a shelter, and stuck together after that, becoming friends, then falling for each other. But they were never a couple, until Gavin came home from a week long stay with an old man. Most of the book is about life on the streets, but it turns hopeful and sweet. It's a really good story.

Home With The Cowboy by Leslie North

This is romantic, dramatic and entertaining. Daniel is determined, unsure and optimistic. Willa is caring, protective and optimistic. After her employers die, Willa takes their son to his uncle, who thought that she was staying, at least for a while. They fall in love, but she's determined to go back to New York, back to a job she has been working to get. Their relationship is complicated, steamy and sweet. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

More Than A Memory by Christiana Watson

This is very dramatic, a little romantic and funny, intense and drawn out. Mal and Tanner had met and fell in love a few years before, but a misunderstanding and stubbornness broke them up. Now it's been 2 years, Mal is still angry about what she saw the last time she was at the ranch, and was determined to not let Tanner back into her life. Tanner was still angry about Mal disappearing then ignoring him. They fight, neither one speaks up about why they are angry, they can't keep their hands off each other, but refuse to get involved. I think it would have been a better book if they hadn't been so determined to blame the other. Tanner is sweet and romantic inside, but he doesn't trust Mal, and she doesn't give him any reason to. Mal can't decide what she wants to do with her life and doesn't talk to Tanner about it, she just keeps him guessing. So when all is said and done, it's a good story, just a little too dramatic. I received a complimentary copy o

Rhapsody and Rebellion by Aubrey Wynne

This is intriguing, romantic and entertaining. Gideon is charming, chivalrous, a bit stuffy and unsure. Lissie is sweet, caring and amusing. He went to Scotland because of a dream his mother had, not really believing that it had foretold the future, he was shocked to find that it was true. He was even more shocked to be intensely attracted to his cousin's widow. Lissie and Ian had been betrothed all their lives, Lissie knew it was not a passionate love, but that never mattered to her. So she found herself confused and mortified to be drawn to Gideon just a few weeks after losing Ian. Gideon had the chance while he was in Scotland to learn about his family's gifts, and about his own Scottish traits. When he leaves he brings Lissie back with him, so his mother would have female company, and he could win her heart. It's a gentle, sweet romance with interesting characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion o

Prairie Devil by Tessa Layne

This is steamy, entertaining and sweet. Colt is cocky, bold, insecure, sensitive, vulnerable and determined. Lydia is unforgiving, stubborn, caring and compassionate. He'd always wanted her, she'd always wanted him, but he was an out of control teen who got thrown out of his home. Now, 10 years later, he wants to prove that he's changed, and finally win her. They end up with a business arrangement, one that involves them pretending to be engaged. The more time they spent together, the more they let their guards down, and fell in love. There are some dramatic twists in the story, some good, some not so much.  I really liked the characters and the storyline. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my voluntary and honest opinion.

Angel of The Knight by Em Petrova

This is a real tear jerker. It's also intense, dramatic, heartbreaking, steamy and romantic. Rocko finally gives in to and Lexi, only to disappear, for months, and no one will tell her where he is. While she's dealing with her broken heart, she gets bad news at work. I cried through the first half of the book, Rocko was such a jerk and the Knight boys weren't any better. Poor Lexi was being tortured by all of them, but she proved just how strong she is, especially at the restaurant. And Rocko showed he has a soft, vulnerable side along with his tough, stubborn side. The story brings an emotional end to the Knights, they will be missed. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Long, Tall Cowboy by Vina Grey

This is entertaining, romantic and sweet. Garrett is stubborn, insecure, kind and caring. Matt is determined, unsure and amusing. After a car accident, Matt goes back to the ranch that Garrett, the man he's been in love with for 10 years, owns to try to get him back. Garrett is not too keen on giving the man who broke his heart another chance to do it again. Matt sticks around though, earning Garrett's trust while they get to know each other again. The drama of life, family, friends and horses all affect their relationship, which proves entertaining and romantic. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

His Highland Bride by Willa Blair

This is a dramatic, tragic, romantic and interesting story. Cameron is charming, bold, determined and protective. Mary is loyal, responsible, strong, stubborn, caring and generous. While recuperating at Rose from his injury, he and Mary spend a great deal of time together and fall in love. When it's time for him to return to his clan, he wants to take Mary, but she refuses to leave her clan in the hands of her very ill father and his untrustworthy new wife. The drama and the twists and the tragedy soon follow. I loved the storyline and the H and h, and I was very happy with the ending. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Scandalous Liaisons by Amanda Mariel

This is dramatic and intense. Lewis and Grace met and fell in love when they were young, but Grace ended up having to marry someone else in order to save her family. Years later they meet again, only to pretend they didn't know each other. Now again they meet, and finally talk about the past. Grace is still as stubborn as she was, and poor Lewis can't believe he is having his heart broken again because of her. It's a sad story with a happy ending. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Taken By The Lawman by Rhonda Lee Carver

This is dramatic, romantic and entertaining. Deegan and Kiersten work at the same place, though they rarely see each other, on purpose. That's because they have avoided each other since they had a one night stand two years earlier. But when Kiersten needs help on an under the radar case, she knows that Deegan is the man she needs to help her. Deegan has always wished that there could have been more between them, and now that she's back in his orbit, he's determined to change her mind about having a relationship. They make a great team, and Deegan is smart, sweet and charming. I really enjoyed reading it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Three Nights Before Christmas by Kat Latham

This is a captivating story of love, redemption, forgiveness and trust. Austin is judgmental, stubborn, bold, caring and sweet. Lacey is independent, stubborn, brave, naive and vulnerable. Austin arrested and helped convict her 3 years ago, now that she's been released, he's going to make sure she can't become a drug dealer again. Lacey hates Austin for his part in her wrongful conviction, but at the same time, she's got the hots for him. Eventually she propositions him, and he takes her up on it. Then he needs her to help him restore a train, and they start spending a lot of time together. And Austin slowly learns that Lacey isn't anything like what he believed, and as they become closer, he wrestles with the guilt that he may have helped convict an innocent person. This has a brilliant storyline and beautiful, heart melting ending. It's a warm, feel-good story that should be on everyone's TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden

Dallas Christmas by RJ Scott

This is intense, dramatic, sweet and romantic. Logan is stubborn, determined and scared. Archie is bold, determined and thoughtless. They met a year ago, had a hot and heavy relationship for a month, then walked away. Well Logan walked away, Archie kept contacting Logan. Then during the Christmas break Archie showed up at the house where Logan was staying, still determined to make Logan confess to loving him, and suddenly the secret was out. I did not like Archie, I thought of him as a near stalker. If he had loved Logan, he would have respected his wishes, and is career. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Single Omega's Only by S.C. Wynne

This is intriguing, romantic and sweet. Tyler is a friendly, caring, insecure and vulnerable gay omega who can't have children. Ronan is a kind, generous and protective straight man who is confused by his attraction to Tyler. Drawn to each other, they had a relaxed, easy relationship from the minute they met, and the more time Ronan spent with Tyler, the more time he wanted to spend. That confused Ronan, as did the agitation he felt when another man paid attention to Tyler. Tyler fell for Ronan, while desperately trying to, because he really liked having Ronan as a friend. Ronan eventually figures out that he's bi, something he never knew about himself, and convinces Tyler to be in a relationship. But things don't go smoothly, there's Ronan's ex-wife, Tyler's insecurities, Ronan's family and Ronan's doubts about himself. It's great story with a HEA. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinio

The Duke, The Earl and The Captain by Gemma Blackwood

These are sweet, romantic and secondary worthy. Three charming, determined and irresistible men find themselves falling in love with wonderfully perfect for them women. The stories are filled with warmth, joy and romance, each has it's own twist, but all are beautiful. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Music and Mistletoe by Sahara Kelly

This is sweet, romantic, sensual, fun and heartwarming. Perry is romantic, bold, determined and caring. Grace is stubborn, kind and independent. They've been friendly for years, Perry being her brother's friend, but never thought to have be more. Until they were stranded in a house together, with a family who needed shelter. It began with a kiss, and Perry realized that Grace was everything he didn't know he wanted. Trying to convince Grace of that proved difficult. It's a wonderful story that I really enjoyed reading. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Candid Book Reviews. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Christmas Secret by Kristen Kelly

This is romantic and entertaining. Chase is determined, daring and desperate. Abby is stubborn, insecure and impulsive. They met, fell in love, got married and got divorced very quickly. Chase didn't know what happened to cause the breakup, but he soon became desperate to get her back. Abby wasn't having it. The idea of a mystery man romancing Abby sounded like a great idea, until it came time to unmask himself. Abby was confused by how she felt about her mystery man, and how she felt about Chase. Steve was sweet, attentive and romantic, everything Chase wasn't, but she couldn't stop thinking about Chase. It's a great storyline and the characters are all entertaining.

Sacrificing The Untamed Lady Henrietta by Hanna Hamilton

This is dramatic, amusing, heartwarming and romantic. Ewan is determined, protective, caring and charming. Henrietta is smart, stubborn, insecure, caring and bold. Forced into a marriage neither one wanted, they run away from home the day after they marry. Ewan is still heartbroken over the deaths of his wife and son, and has closed his heart off. Henrietta wants to become a doctor, and much to her father's distress, she keeps trying to get into a college and reading books that are if a scientific nature. He finally has enough and betroths her to Ewan. Ewan agrees to honor the betrothal, but the marriage would be in name only. But as they get to know each other, they find themselves falling in love, and a sudden appearance of danger forces them closer. This is another great story from Hanna and it should be on everyone's TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

You're The Rogue That I Want by Samantha Holt

This is dramatic, romantic, engrossing, entertaining and funny. Watching Red and Hannah slowly come to see what lies underneath the persona they first encountered is funny and sweet. Red really is a character, with a charming personality and great sense of humor. Hannah is a sweet, naive woman with a wicked sense of humor who does a lot of growing during the journey to London. I highly recommend this book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

The Duke and The Highlander by Joanne Wadsworth

These two stories are brilliant, the storylines are entertaining and romantic and the characters are likable, passionate and intelligent. They each had me from the first page, waiting to see what would happen next. They are two of my favorites among the books that I've read by Joanne. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

His Highland Pledge by Celeste Barclay

This is romantic, entertaining and dramatic. Magnus and Deirdre fell in love as children, but things didn't work out. Seven years later they meet again, and realize that they still felt the same way about the other. Life is never simple, and they've had their share of problems, but love can make up for a lot for two people who believe. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Waiting For A Rogue Like You by Samantha Holt

This is amusing, dramatic and romantic. Drake is cheeky, protective, caring and intriguing. He also suffers from PTSD. Julianna is tough, determined, stubborn and caring. When Julianna shows up at the inn looking for her brother, she finds Drake instead of Knight. He ends up having to rescue her, then places her under his protection, which she resents. He is immediately enchanted by her, and she is more intrigued by him the more time she spends with him. Right after Knight shows up, trouble from home arrives and puts everyone on edge. This book, and series, are fascinating, I've enjoyed reading them and recommend adding them to your TBR list. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

A Gypsy's Christmas Kiss by Dawn Brower

This is intriguing, romantic and sweet. They met when she was 16 and he was instantly drawn to her, until she read his fortune, and he couldn't get away fast enough. Year later they meet again, and things move quickly from there. The characters are sweet and likable and the storyline is fun and intriguing. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Christmas In The Duke's Embrace by Ananda Mariel

This is a sweet, romantic and warm story. Evan is caring, determined, protective and lonely. Marina is sweet, vulnerable and heartbroken. Evan finds Marina frozen by the side of the road and takes her home, determined to not let her die, like every person he's loved had. There's an instant bond between them that Evan can't ignore, especially when he finds out what brought her to him. I loved Evan and Marina and their story. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

The SEALs Contract Baby by Leslie North and Katie Knight

This is romantic, steamy and entertaining. Z is tough, protective and caring. Es is stubborn, determined, bold and responsible. Z is temporarily loaned to the royal family after a SEAL mission went bad, he's just biding his time until he is reinstated to his team. While in the US guarding Es, she comes up with a plan to keep the crown in her line after her sick father dies, because as a woman, she is not allowed to rule. She needed to have a son, and a temporary husband. She found Z intriguing and she admired him, so she offered him a quicker way back to the SEALs if he got her pregnant and married her. After a year they would divorce and she would raise the baby alone. Z was worried about the political fallout if she could not accomplish that, so he agreed. Neither was expecting the feelings having sex brought on, and the longer they were together, the more intense and real their feelings became. I loved them as a couple. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout an

When A Rogue Loves A Woman by Samantha Holt

This is amusing, romantic and heartwarming. Nate is a charming, fun and flirty rake who has his thinking turned around when he takes on the responsibility of his friend's sister during a mission. Patience is a strong, determined, bold and impulsive woman who wants to prove to her brothers that she is a capable and worthy person. She didn't want Nate to go with her, and does everything she can to show him that she doesn't need him. But they learn that they make a good team, and soon are becoming friends and partners. They also talk a lot, and tell each other things they've never told anyone else, which brings them close. It's a witty, unpredictable story that I enjoyed reading. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Unwrapping A Rogue by various authors

This is romantic, amusing, sweet, suspenseful and thrilling. Each story has it's own special brand of love, problems and drama, but all are entertaining reads. The characters are interesting and engaging, a few more intriguing than others. Every story was enjoyable and I recommend adding this to your TBR list. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Game On by Ciana Stone

This is entertaining, romantic and exciting. The sparks started before they were even introduced, Josie could work with that, later, but Dillon wanted nothing to do with the sexy new trainer. Josie is tough, bold and bubbly. Dillon is stubborn, determined and strong. The dynamics between them make for a fun, sexy story, one that I enjoyed reading I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Heroic Tales of Medeival Romance by Laurel O'Donnell

My Noble Knight This is dramatic, suspenseful, romantic and entertaining. Griffin is tough, brave,  chivalrous, protective and generous. Layne is stubborn, impulsive, bold, daring and honest. After being unhorsed for the first time ever in competition, Griffin is shocked and enraged to find that it was a woman that did it, but when he found that she was headed for the dungeon for it, he had to intervene on her behalf. It went against his code of honor to have any woman treated that way. Instead, he takes charge of her, vowing to teach her how a woman behaves. Unfortunately for him, she's no ordinary woman, she's smart, has guts and is honorable. Layne discovers that he's not just another knight, she's everything she could want in a man. But she's far from being what any man would want. Him taking charge of her is just the beginning of the drama, things go downhill from there. I couldn't put it down until I was done. I received a complimentary copy of this book

The Lady and The Falconer by Laurel O'Donnell

This is dramatic, suspenseful, exciting, heartbreaking and romantic. Logan is a cold, determined, unforgiving and charming man who is set on getting revenge against the man who killed his family. Solace is a fierce, brave, kind and caring woman, and the daughter of the man who killed Logan's family. 13 years after he lost his home and family, Logan infiltrates the castle, and gets distracted by Solace. They're drawn closer to each other by attraction and circumstances, but life is ever evolving, and Logan can't give up the revenge he seeks. There is so much heartache and betrayal throughout the story, and so many unexpected and unforseen twists, that it grabs your attention and keeps you riveted. It's one of the best stories that I have read.

His Highland Love by Willa Blair

This is dramatic, suspenseful and romantic. Kenneth is stubborn, loyal, daring and protective. Cat is determined, bold and impulsive. After her father refused their marriage, Kenneth ran off to France. Two years later, after her father tries to marry her off for the third time, Cat runs away and goes to a cousin to hide, and ends up finding Kenneth, who is there as a hostage for his clan. When war seems to be imminent they run from the danger. The trek to get them home is fraught with danger, yet Cat is determined to change Kenneth's mind about the two of them marrying without her father's permission. Kenneth doesn't have a lot of courage when it comes to confronting her father, but Cat won't let him walk away from her again. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

O Christmas Knight by Em Petrova

This is hot, intense, entertaining and romantic. Bo is is strong, determined, bold and caring. Tyler is tough, stubborn, unpredictable and smart. Finding Tyler in the situation she was in almost gave Bo a heart attack, and kicked his brotherly concern into high gear. Then she shocked him by turning his world upside down then running away. But he wasn't about to let her get away with that because he  was twisted up inside over her. Tyler didn't think that it was a good idea to have anything to do with Bo, but she stopped thinking every time he was close. Bo turned out to be less strange than I thought he was, sexier too. This is one of the best stories in the series.

His Highland Heart by Willa Blair

This is dramatic, suspenseful and romantic. Euan is stubborn, impulsive, caring and protective. Muireall is strong, brave, determined and resilient. When Euan's ship wrecks on the shores of the treacherous Ross clan, he finds himself rescuing a woman from drowning, then hiding with her in a cave. Muireall, and two other women, had been stolen from their clan by the Ross and she was trying to find a way to escape. She convinces him to help rescue her, but instead of taking her home, he brings her to his clan. They end up spending a lot of time together and fall in love, but Muireall just wants to go home. The storyline is full of shocking surprises that make it hard to put down, and the characters are interesting and a little engaging. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Treasured Lily by Dawn Brower

This is romantic, entertaining and sweet. Rand is determined, daring, charming and strong. Lily is bold, stubborn, impulsive and determined. Lily decides that she doesn't want to marry, she wants to go to America and run the plantation her family owns. She asks Rand to take her with him when he sails home, he can't agree fast enough, because he wants her for his own. Lily wants something too, but it isn't something that Rand will agree to. Surprises and drama are waiting for them in America. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Kiss of A Duke by Erica Ridley

This is funny, entertaining and romantic. Nicholas is a charming, amusing and talented rake with a biscuit addiction. Penelope is a smart, stubborn, impulsive and bold scientist who thinks that women are entitled to be rakes too. Nicholas goes to Christmas to confront the man who is selling a perfume that women find irresistible, turning mere mortals into rakes, which is wrong, because he had to do it naturally. He's shocked to find that it's actually a woman making it, and is determined to make her stop. She decides that instead of giving up Duke, she'll use Nicholas to complete Duchess. The two inadvertently form a friendship and bond over science. Their interactions range from funny to steamy, but they are always interesting. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Flawed Jewel by Dawn Brower

This is amusing, interesting and romantic. Thor is determined, bold, smug and impulsive. Pia is feisty, naive and impatient. Thor kidnapped Pia as part of his plan to revenge against her grandfather, but he didn't plan on falling for her. Pia was dismayed to find herself attracted to Thor, he was her kidnapper, a pirate, and all he did was infuriate her. Thor loved her feistiness and her strength, so he purposely riled her up, but was also respectful of her. I loved the storyline and the characters. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

A Highlander's Love In Captivity by Lydia Kendall

This is dramatic, heartwarming, entertaining and romantic. Bhaltair is stubborn, bold, impulsive, daring and protective. Jane is sweet, caring, tough, vulnerable and brave. As an act of revenge Bhaltair kidnaps Jane and her father, but from the start treats her with care and respect. Although he finds himself attracted to her, he can't betray his clan by having feelings for the niece of the man who is responsible for the deaths of his wife and his father. Jane makes it hard to resist her by caring for him and his son, and the rest of the clan. Jane is impressed with Bhaltair and his people, and decides that she never wants to go back to England. There's love, drama, heat and confusion weaved into a story that grabs you from the start and keeps you engaged to the end. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Cowboy's Holiday by Vicki Lewis Thompson

This is entertaining, romantic and sweet. Pete is romantic, charming, chivalrous and sweet, and he's a gentleman. Taryn is stubborn, vulnerable and outgoing. He has been her foreman for 7 months, but he wants to be more. And while she is attracted him, she doesn't want a relationship with him. But they end up going to some off the ranch gatherings together, and get closer. The gatherings involve family and extended family, which are fun, happy occasions, and help her see him as more than a sexy employee. This series is so entertaining, I love it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Stealing A Rogue's Kiss by Amanda Mariel

This is sweet, romantic and amusing.  Marcus is charming and amusing. Daphne is determined and bold. The storyline is interesting and the characters are likable. The story pulls you in and keeps you  entertained until the last page. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Winter Cowboy by R.J. Scott

This is dramatic, intense, heartbreaking and suspenseful. Micah is strong, brave, protective and determined. Daniel is stubborn, unforgiving, judgmental and has PTSD. Lovers as young men, their world was torn apart by a night of stupidity. Friend turned against friend, lovers lied and someone died. After the accident Daniel was so upset with Micah that he told him to leave town and never come back, so Micah did. Until he had to bring his sister back to town. He was only going to stay long enough to insure his sister's safety, then decided to stay until his ranch could support her. While he is there he is confronted by the people he injured, both directly and indirectly, and they both finally confront the past. I really had a hard time with the way his aunt and uncle treated him, and the fact that Daniel had no clue what really happened the night of the accident and had no interest in knowing. The hero of the story is Chris, his willingness to see the event for what it was, for

Love Happened Anyway by J.R. Scott

This is sweet, romantic and interesting. Derek is uptight, demanding and lonely. Luke is sweet, caring and friendly. Derek hires Luke to act as his boyfriend so that his mother will get off his case and stop trying to set him up. Luke thinks he's a jerk when he first meets him, but then he realizes that Derek is just confused and lost. The more Luke understands Derek, the closer they get, but not on the same page. They make a sweet, romantic couple, and they are good for each other. I loved the slow untangle of Derek's life. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

His Holiday Promise by Ciara Knight

This is a dramatic, romantic and entertaining story. Frederick is kind, charming, likable and honest. Mary is stubborn, caring and untrusting. After devoting the last 10 years of her life to helping her son prosper, Mary suddenly decides to go introduce herself to the new neighbors. Frederick lives with his daughter and his sister, so Mary is caught off guard to find herself around a single man. But after inviting her into their home and lives, she finds that she likes and respects both Frederick and his daughter and so she spends time with them whenever she can. But when Frederick asks to court her she refuses, not wanting to give control of her life to another man. When she realizes that he has worked his way into her heart, she panics. Frederick is an easy going man, he just rolls with it, giving her time to see what her life could be like. Meanwhile her son sends for a mail order bride, refusing to consider looking for love. It's an interesting journey about love and learn

The Commander's Affair by Madeline St, James

This is an interesting, dramatic and heartwarming story. Daniel is bold, daring and determined. Charlotte is kind, caring and naive. Five years ago they had a friendship, now that his wife has run off he wants more. Charlotte would like more also, but isn't willing to damage her reputation. A bold and nosy Duchess will insure that Daniel gets what he wants, and leave Charlotte with no choice but to comply. Things get even stickier when Daniel's wife shows back up. It turns out that Charlotte has an even bigger heart than anyone knew, and isn't afraid to put whoever necessary it in their place. It's a great storyline and has intriguing characters. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Ravished River by Lindsay Cross

This is an intense, gripping and thrilling story. Aaron is tough, determined and protective. Celine is brave, resilient and strong. After they end up in bed, Aaron turns his back on Celine, and she promptly gets kidnapped. Wild with rage and worry Aaron is determined to get her back, and never let her go again. Celine and Caroline are kept in a room with no windows and no food until they fight their way out, only to get "rescued" by the the man who had them kidnapped. There is a shocking twist in this book, one that could emotionally scar several people, and explain a lot. This was another great story in the series and I can't wait to read the next one. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Gift-wrapped In A Kilt by Anna Durand

This is amusing, steamy and entertaining. Gavin is caring, determined, romantic and emotionally a mess. Jamie is bold, stubborn, impulsive and impatient. The two have been seeing each other for 18 months, so when Gavin goes to visit her this time he plans on proposing. Only he gets bad news on the morning of the proposal, and it completely screws him up, so he screws up the proposal. Jamie gets mad and breaks up with him. Now he has to figure out how to fix things, but first he needs to get his head on straight. Jamie doesn't want to hear what he needs to say, which makes it impossible for Gavin to explain himself. There's also her big brothers to worry about, an ex fiancè and their own confusion to be dealt with. I received a complimentary copy of this book from AXP. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Silver Nights With You by Sawyer Belle

This is interesting and dramatic, but a little too drawn out. Morgan is charming, caring, amusing and responsible. Lila is kind, flirty, stubborn and brave. After Lila's mother dies, her father, a doctor, decides to move west, looking for open space and new beginnings for each of them. Their stage almost gets robbed and a man is shot so the doc decides to stay in town for a while to care for him, then decides to make the stay permanent. Lila finds herself in a houseful of men, of the men she met she was attracted to David and Morgan, but found that David was the one she was comfortable around. Soon she found that Morgan was the one always around to rescue and protect her, and David was just too selfish for her. The surprising twists start happening about there, and just keep coming all the way until the end. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Reading Deals. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Hearts In The Spotlight by Katie O'Connor

This is a sweet, emotional, dramatic and intense story. Brett is flirty, thoughtful, caring, cheeky and stubborn. Steph is kind, brave and vulnerable. Brett goes to Steph's B&B for some much needed relaxation, and the sight that greets him has him captivated. Steph didn't know that Brett was going to be her guest, and she's not happy that he is. Even if she's attracted to him. They build a friendship after he goes off and accuses her of being responsible for something she wasn't. The incident bonds them and the friendship starts turning to more. But then another tragedy rips them apart. It's an sad and intense yet sweet storyline with a lot of wonderful characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Marrying A Country Star by Emma Evans

This is amusing, interesting and entertaining. Take a guy with a blase attitude, add a woman who not only sticks up for herself but for other women, and you get two people who will slowly show who and what they are, and fall in love. The storyline has the usual reality show issues, meanness, claws and fake crap, but it's so much better than an actual tv show, because the warmth and caring certain characters have shines through. I really enjoyed this book, and I'm not really a fan of reality tv. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Changing Lines by RJ Scott

This is romantic, intense and entertaining. Mads is tough, caring and stubborn. Ten is bold, impatient and determined. And Stan provides some very funny comic relief. When Ten ends up on the team that his brothers friend coaches, he is stunned by his instant attraction to Mads. Mads is dismayed to find himself drawn to Ten, because there are so many reasons why Ten is off limits for him. Unfortunately for him, Ten is determined to not take no as an answer. They are an amusing and heartwarming couple, they're perfect for each other. The steam and drama build as one obstacle after another presents itself. I can't wait to read the next book in the series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Ladies and Scoundrels by Amanda Mariel

These are romantic, interesting and entertaining stories. The characters are bold, smart, sensitive and amusing. The storylines are dramatic, sweet and funny. I loved each and every story. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Charming Her Rogue by Dawn Brower

This is a suspenseful, dramatic and romantic story. Ash is stubborn, chivalrous, brave and caring. Catherine is independent, daring, tough and caring. They met and started a friendship just before war broke out, and turned it into love during the war. There are so many plot twists in the storyline, some good, some not so much. They meet interesting people along the way, and each helps with the war effort in their own way. It's a peek at history during a horrific time showing that good things can still happen. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

What's A Rogue Got To Do With It by Samantha Holt

This is a intriguing and entertaining story. Knight is stubborn, insecure, tough and lonely. Louisa is tough, caring and generous. Knight is a smuggler who has been physically and emotionally scarred by his father and the war. Louisa helps the smuggling ring by telling them when the revenuers were around, and also by storing goods for them. Knight has been attracted to Louisa from the start, but he thinks that he's too scarred for a woman to be attracted to him. Louisa finds Knight intriguing. When they end up on a trip together, things get personal and they both try to fight their growing feelings. The storyline is interesting and the characters are fascinating and the end is very sweet. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Three Reckless Wishes by Lila DiPasqua

This is a brilliant and riveting story. It's full of love, drama, suspense and heat. Luc is a caring, emotioanally damaged and stubborn man. Isabelle is a brave, determined and untrusting woman. Isabelle fell in love with Luc when they were teenagers, but Luc never knew,  they never actually met. But he falls in love with her while reading her journals. When they meet, ten years after she supposedly died, he has no clue that the woman he met, and became obsessed with, is the same woman that wrote the journals. The two become helplessly and intensely drawn to the other, but both have secrets they are not willing to trust the other with. I could not put this down, and surprises so twisted and romantic will make staying up all night well worth it. I recieved a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Marrying The American Heiress by Diana Bold

This is an thrilling, dramatic, sweet and engaging story. Michael is an intense, unemotional and stubborn man. Emma is a vivacious, bold and caring woman. After losing his intended to his brother, Michael turns his attention to the only other woman with a dowry big enough to cover his needs, the American heiress Emma Marks. Emma has been dreaming of marrying a man with a title because that's what her mother wanted for her. When Michael shows up to propose the day after they were introduced, Emma sees something in him that intrigues her, so she tells him she'll think about it. After she agrees, Michael blows hot and cold, making her waffle about whether she's making the right decision or not. Neither trusts the others motives, and Michael has so much conflict in his life, including his growing feelings for Emma, that he is confused and angry. There are shocking twists to the storyline that make this book very hard to put down. I received a free copy of this b

The Prince's Bride by Joanne Wadsworth

This is romantic, dramatic and entertaining. Anteros is bold, charming, gentle and stubborn. Olivia is determined, tough and optimistic. They started out as friends, but both developed feelings for the other. Unfortunately for Olivia, she doesn't know that Anteros is a prince and has reasons for vowing to never marry. When his father gives him an ultimatum, he can marry his chosen bride or deal with the consequences, Anteros makes a deal with him to marry Olivia instead. Only it's not that easy, both Anteros and his father are stubborn and determined to get their own way, which doesn't bode well for Olivia. There's adventure and danger on the high sea for these two, but love can prevail. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

The Enigma of A Widow by Linda Rae Sande

This is entertaining, amusing and sweet. Adonis is charming, chivalrous, loyal, caring and bold. Lydia is independent, daring, tough and sympathetic. Adonis made a promise to protect Lydia, made to her dying husband, and he meant to do it whether she wanted him to or not. Lydia was very surprised to find Adonis in her bedchamber in the middle of the night, sleeping, repeatedly. When she was told by the office of foreign affairs that she was to do whatever necessary, including marrying him, to insure that he was sane, she grew concerned. But they built a comfortable, if entertaining, relationship. I loved these characters, they both just rolled with whatever came along, and were perfect for each other. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Candid Book Reviews. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Cowboy Temptation by Em Petrova

This is romantic, amusing and heartwarming. Easton is stubborn, naive, caring and sweet. Lilah is caring, quiet, tough and untrusting. Lilah received her first kiss from Easton when she was 10, and he 12, unfortunately for her it was only because of a bet. She was heartbroken and never forgave him, he lived with the regret of what he'd done. Now, years later, they are both temporarily working at the same ranch where it all began. With Easton trying to repair the damage, and realizing that he has, and has had, genuine feelings for her, and Lilah pushing him away, believing it's just him messing with her. They are cute and sweet as they try to figure out what is between them. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Dashing Rogues by Dawn Brower and Amanda Mariel

These stories are romantic, amusing and intriguing. The storylines are interesting and the characters are likable and sympathetic. Not all of the stories lead to where you think they are, but they all have a happy, satisfying ending. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Scheming With My Duke by Dawn Brower

This is amusing, interesting and romantic. Brandon is amusing, stubborn and hard. Serenity is bold, determined, caring and sassy. Brandon is very intensely attracted to Serenity, but he refuses to do anything about it. Serenity is quite determined to change his mind. They constantly go at each other, him trying to drive her away, her trying to get him to give in. It all comes to a head on a trip to a rally, when they both have to decide what it is that they really want. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Fabled Love Book 2 by Amanda Mariel

Enchanted By The Earl This is sweet, romantic and full of drama. Hunter is bold, stubborn, chivalrous and caring. Rose is sweet, kind and determined. When Hunter interrupts Rose being threatened by her supposed betrothed, he feels he must help her. Though they both know that there can be nothing between them, they're each feeling a strong attraction to the other. Trouble turns up at every corner and throws them together, leading to a race for Rose's life. Captivated By The Captain This is entertaining and amusing. Jasper is kind, caring, generous and untrusting. Prudence is spoiled, demanding and bold. After Jasper rescues her from a pirate ship, he finds himself drawn to her, but not trusting her. As for Prudence, she is unsure about why she has feelings for a pirate, but learns that not only is he a trustworthy and honest man, he's a gentleman. The harder she tries to get close to him, the further away from her he keeps himself. I really didn't like her in the begi

A Wallflower's Christmas Kiss by Dawn Brower

This is a fast paced, entertaining and romantic story. Grayson is a cold, hard and stubborn man. Juliette is a bold, determined and gentle woman. They were best friends as children, but Grayson's father forbade him from having anything to do with her, so Grayson rebelled and turned into the exact opposite of what he was expected to be. 15 years later Juliette shows up and begs him to marry her and save her from an unbearable future. Deciding to agree, but in name only, they set off for Gretna Green. Not much goes right on their trip, but he begins to see his life in a new light, and wonders if he could actually have everything that he thought he couldn't have. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Waiting For The Laird by Willa Blair

This is a intriguing, romantic, thrilling and entertaining story. Ian is kind caring, unassuming and stubborn. Lara is strong, determined and tough. Lara's husband Angus dies not long after buying a scottish manor to refurbish. Not knowing why Angus wouldn't hire Ian to do the job, Lara hires him. In the beginning Ian just wanted to make sure the house was safe and done right, and hoping that he might find something that pointed to it being his ancestral home. But along the way he develops feelings for Lara, and her son and daughter. He keeps her in the dark about his connection to the place, thinking she'd fire him and he would never learn about his heritage. It take her a while to realize that he does have a tie to the house, but it takes him spelling it out for her to understand completely. By then they have found a few things that are truly fascinating. This is a page turner that belongs on everyone's TBR list. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidd

A December With A Duke by Collette Cameron

This is sweet and romantic. Griffin is determined, caring, charming and sweet. Everleigh is vulnerable, kind, gentle and untrusting. Everleigh survived a very abusive marriage and is just facing society after 2 years, but is still wary of and nervous in large crowds. After she enters the drawing room, she hears a child crying and turns to see who it is. Griffin, the child's father, watches intently as the woman who is known as the ice queen picks up his crying daughter, and is caught off guard when his heart hitches. He becomes determined to win over the fascinating woman his daughter called an angel. But Everleigh isn't interested, she is not willing to trust another man with her safety and happiness. Griffin is gentle and charming with her though, and little Sarah is too precious to ignore. This is a beautiful story with likable and engaging characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Lincoln Shaw by Ciana Stone

This is intense, romantic and dramatic. Lincoln is charming, impulsive, caring and unsure. Lula is bold, outgoing, strong and sweet. Lincoln is intrigued by Lula immediately and she was drawn to him, but neither knew exactly how to have a real relationship. While they got to know each other Lula was also on a special assignment, guarding the HS football coach, but she couldn't confide in Lincoln, which led to him being jealous, which was a new thing for him, She was also trying to help the ghost of a little girl find her sister and her body. A little trouble, an accident and a wedding make for a thrilling story. This is part of a great series filled with wonderful, special people. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

It Takes A Spy by Sheridan Jeane

This is romantic, dramatic, sweet and entertaining. Devin is reserved, proper and logical. Cecilia is bold, daring and determined. They've known each other since they were small, but a year after becoming engaged, each wonders if they really suit. They are complete opposites, but they complement each other so well. On the eve of Cecilia's family auctioning off their belongings to provide dowrys for both girls, and finance their move to Cannes, they get robbed. And Devin is accused of the crime. Cecilia doesn't believe it and sets out to find the truth and clear Devin. As they race all over town, they come to learn that not only do they love each other, they're perfect for each other. I'm looking forward to reading about Cecilia's little sister. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Ladies of London by Emma Evans

This a romantic and entertaining set of stories. The storylines are interesting, dramatic and sweet. The characters are likable, charming and amusing. They have one common thread, blackmail, but who is doing the blackmailing, and why, are different in each story. The constant in all of them is Lady Havisham, who is a bored widow that hates to see people being wronged, and loves helping them find love. If you like sweet, romantic love stories, and bad guys getting their comeuppance, this is a must read. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Highlander's Heart by Joanne Wadsworth

This is steamy, suspenseful and dramatic. Tor is charming, fierce, determined and protective. Layla is loyal, caring and stubborn. Layla is betrothed to an ally clan member when Tor realizes she is his chosen mate, and he has talk convince her to break the betrothal. Doonan is not happy to learn that he was losing the fae bride he wants, and wants Tor dead. Layla puts herself in danger trying to right the wrong she inadvertently caused, which leads to an exciting finish. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

A Wicked Kind of Husband by Mia Vincy

This is a very funny and entertaining story. . Joshua is a hyper, charming and intelligent man with a wicked sense of humor. Cassandra is a strong, determined and snarky woman. They married, and then immediately separated. When they meet again 2 years later, neither knew who the other is. She went to London to try to get her grandmother to sponsor her sister, and that meant staying in her husband's home. He tries to send her back home, she won't go. They constantly clash with hilarious results. They do manage to fall for each other, but it's not nicely. I absolutely loved everything about this book. I recieved a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Rescued By The Captain by Laura A. Barnes

This is an intriguing and entertaining story, but the writing is not great. At times it reads like it's an outline, not a story. There's also a bit of repetition, the two  say the same thing, but different ways. I liked the characters and the storyline, just not how it's written. I will be reading the next book in the series, I have to know if Zane is a good guy or not. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Searching For My Rogue by Dawn Brower

This is amusing and romantic. James is bold, impulsive and determined. Alys is stubborn, snarky and brave. When Alys finds herself in the past, she know if she can bear to be just a wife and mother, instead of the surgeon she had been going training to be. There was something about James that drew her, besides the lust that was hot between them, and he felt the same. He wants for them to marry immediately, to protect her reputation, she wants to think about it, but for them to sleep together while she's thinking about it. It's a battle of wills that drives them both crazy. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Spellbound By My Charmer by Dawn Brower

This is intriguing, romantic and entertaining. Zane is charming, bold, amusing and romantic. Callista is determined, independent, brave and strong. After she shoots the man who killed her fiancé, Callista falls off a balcony and finds she finds herself in not only a different country, but a different time. When Zane is trying to hide from his guests, he finds Callista, and she faints on him. When she comes together the next morning and he finds out who she is, he's excited, he's been intrigued by her story from the first when he read it. They get snarky, but then Zane gets snarky with Weston too, it's very entertaining. I love time travel stories, and this didn't disappoint. I can't wait to read the entire series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

To Tempt An Earl by Tamara Gill

This is entertaining, amusing and interesting. Hamish is stubborn, charming and unwilling to change. Katherine is smart, outgoing and determined. They had friends in common, but did not really talk to each other, until she saved him a beating by vouching for him at an inn. Then, when his house burns, he hires her father's company to rebuild it, which put them in closer contact, because she manages the site. She knows she's too old to marry, and she finds him attractive, so she asks him for one night, so she at least gets to experience what happens in the marriage bed. He refuses, and avoids her, so she teases and tempts him, then says she'll get someone else. He doesn't like that idea, but he doesn't want to be responsible for her ruin, and he won't marry her. But he does finally give in and they start an affair. But when they get caught he runs away to his country estate. He really is a cad for most of the book, but he doesn't come across as a jerk. I rece

Fated By The Marquess by Madeline St. James

This is a romantic and intriguing story. Christopher is charming, optimistic and sweet. Claire is strong, independent and vulnerable. They met at a house of ill repute, each needing the comfort they gave to each other. When Claire goes to London to join the Ton, and it looks like she will be outed, Christopher decides to try to come to her aid. I really enjoyed the storyline, and the characters are likable and sweet. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Threatened By A Lord by Emma Evans

This is a romantic, entertaining and fun story. Winchester is stubborn, quick to judge and caring. Olivia is naive, strong and determined. After Winchester finds an upset Olivia at the park, he is called upon to defend her honor, but he decides that he must check the facts himself first. Because even though he is drawn to her, he won't take her word over her accuser. Luckily Olivia has a new friend who has decided to help defend her. By the the time everyone is on the same page and a plan is settled on, the two have become friendly and close. The end of the story is immensely satisfying. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

The Vision of The Viscountess by Linda Rae Sande

This is sweet, romantic, entertaining and interesting. Jasper is gentle, caring and charming. Marianne is sweet, insecure and vulnerable. When Jasper first sees Marianne, he is drawn to her, and when they start talking, he is intrigued by her. They end up getting caught kissing in front of a Cupid statue, then marrying. He was getting ready to go on an excavation trip, so that became their honeymoon. When visiting and working the site they get to know each other, and fall in love. The descriptions of the ancient ruins are fascinating, as is all of the drama that surrounds them. It's truly a wonderful and interesting story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Candid Book Reviews. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Once Upon A Duke by Erica Ridley

This is romantic, amusing, sad and sweet. Benjamin is stubborn, determined and intense. Noelle is sweet, caring and generous. He broke her heart 5 years earlier when he left Cressmouth without saying good-bye. And he has only come back to get the locket his grandfather stole from him. But before he can have it he has to finish the project his grandfather gave him. So while he's in town he decides to spend time with her, knowing that they will never see each other again, while also realizing that he wishes that things could be different, that they could be together. She also comes to learn that he left her because he is heartbroken, not because she's not dispensable. They both have an epiphany at the end of the story, and both realize what love means. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Crooked Tree Ranch by R.J. Scott

This is romantic, sexy, amusing and sweet. Nate is stubborn, tough, caring and snarky. Jay is gentle, caring, protective, vulnerable and determined. Jay moves he and his family to Montana after getting laid off from his job. He a new start for him, his abused sister and her kids. He wasn't looking for a relationship, but the minute he laid eyes on Nate, his mind wouldn't let up. Nate had the same reaction to Jay, but he had never had a relationship before, and didn't want to mix work and play. Both families had issues, all were drawn to members of the other family, and eventually they all helped each other. And Nate and Jay fell in love. The storylines are interesting and the characters are likable and charming. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

SEALs Goal by Sharon Hamilton

This has a great storyline and as a whole I really liked it, but I didn't really like the characters. Patrick is a nice guy and Stephanie is sweet, but they both lack respect, especially for a man they both supposedly loved. The three grew up as best friends, but both guys are kinda in love with her, and she is kinda in love with both guys, but she and Ryan ended up together romantically. Within days of Ryan's death, Stephanie and Patrick are falling into bed and making plans for their future. And after losing Ryan because he was a SEAL, Patrick thinks it's ok to subject Stephanie to more of the same uncertainty by deciding to become a SEAL. That decision shouldn't be okay for either of them. So, I liked the story, but couldn't like the characters much. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Dukedom of Deceit by Emma Linfield

This is epic tale of love, lies, secrets and betrayal. Felton and Arabella are being bullied by their parents to marry, but neither wants it. Arabella is in love with Felton's best friend Evan, and Felton has met Louisa and fallen in love. Nobody can figure out why the parents are so adamant about the marriage, but all try to figure it out before it's too late. What they learn comes as a shocking twist in a complicated and intriguing way. The book drags a little here and there, but it's intriguing and entertaining all the way through. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Return For Me by Ian Finn

This is steamy, romantic, dramatic and interesting. Duncan is controlling, bold, stubborn and emotionally closed. Tyler is sweet, caring, impulsive and unsure. They met at band camp and shared one hot kiss, then didn't see each other for 13 years. When Duncan saw a hot guy, he sends his driver to pick him up for a one night stand, but when Tyler shows up, he dominates him, reminds him about the kiss, then walks out. Duncan is stunned at first, then can't get Tyler off his mind. Neither is out, Duncan never plans on outing himself, Tyler is waiting for the right time. But so many people come in contact with them, helping them to try to be who they are, and be happy. It's a fascinating storyline and all of the many characters are so personable and likable. I loved it. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Find Me Love by Dawn Brower

This is sweet, romantic and interesting. Luther is determined, bold, unassuming and protective. Diana is independent, bold, stubborn and strong. Diana has been in love with Luther for years, but knew that she was too plain to catch his eye. Luther had always thought of Diana as a pesky child, until he saw her at a ball one night. Luther decided then and there that he was going to marry her, he just needed to convince her. She had plans of her own, ones she knew Luther would not approve of, but he unfortunately found out about, and blackmailed her into courtship with. They both have strong personalities, but love is stronger.

Find You Out by Rachel Kane

This is an intriguing, dramatic and gripping story with fascinating characters. It builds intensity as it goes, and keeps you guessing at every turn. Alex is smart, determined and protective. Cam is stubborn, insecure and caring. When Cam is threatened by someone warning to expose his secrets, his lawyer arranges for him to meet a PR guy to mitigate the damages, but Alex immediately cops an attitude towards him. They each feel pulled to the other, but neither wants any kind of relationship. Because of the activity online, they spend a lot of time in each other's company and end up in bed. Stress and impulsivity causes them to repeatedly make rash decisions, some with negative outcomes. Once I started reading it I had a hard time putting it down. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

The Unwanted Suitor by Michelle Pennington

This is a romantic, entertaining and sweet story. James is determined, bold and impulsive. Cornelia is stubborn, insecure and vulnerable. Cornelia thought she was going to marry James' brother, knowing James was out of her reach, but then James suddenly sent his brother away to marry someone else. So Cornelia left town to take a companion job. Next thing she knows there's a house party happening, and James will be there. While he's doing everything he can to get her to give him a chance, she's doing everything she can to set him up with a different girl. He's very sweet about it, if not exactly smart, and she's twice as stubborn about it. It's a great story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Four Relentless Days by Elle James

This is is a fast paced, thrilling and romantic story. Harm is charming, amusing, tough, determined and caring. Talia is stubborn, strong, independent and caring. While the SEAL team is at the lodge again, Harm realizes that there's something bothering Talia, something serious. Someone is targeting her, scaring away the guests and the workers and spreading stories of the bad juju to come to the very superstitious natives. Harm and the rest of the SEALs work to find out who is responsible, and stop them. Meanwhile, Harm, who doesn't believe in love, and Talia, who is still mourning her husband, find themselves getting close, and are each wondering if there is a possible future for them. I loved Harm and Talia's story, and the storyline comes with a hugely satisfying ending. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Gambling On The Duke's Daughter by Diana Bold

This is sweet, romantic, dramatic and interesting. Dylan is lost, lonely, brave, gentle and charming. Natalia is impulsive, bold, stubborn and caring. He made bet that he could get Natalia to dance with him twice, because he was broke, disowned and desperate. But one conversation with her and he realizes that he has become intrigued by her. Natalia thought that he was a hero, an honest and chivalrous soldier, but one conversation with him and she thinks that he is just like the rest of the men she knows. Yet she's still intrigued and invites him to meet in the garden, where they get caught kissing. He wants to marry her, she doesn't trust him. The storyline gets better and more intriguing as you read. A secret eventually comes to light, one that will change their relationship forever. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

The Baron's Malady by Rose Pearson

This is romantic, dramatic and intense. Gideon is charming, kind, caring and generous. Josephine is strong, brave, caring and determined. After her parents succumbed to scarlett fever, Josephine made her way to London to find work, and ended up helping to care for the many afflicted by the fever instead. From there she ended up at the estate of the Baron Dunstable helping to care for his mother, sister then him when they had the fever. While there, her and Gideon become close, despite their differences in station. And the fact that he is to wed a viscount's daughter. It's very easy to like all of the characters, there is no bad guy in this story, just inconvenient circumstances. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Badlands by Morgan Brice

This is a fascinating and thrilling story about love, trust, loyalty, magic and the supernatural. Simon is a medium who is tough, caring, smart and vulnerable. He had his life turned upside down, and was making a new one, by being who he is. Vic is a cop who is untrusting, skeptical and stubborn. He is also starting over, because he saw something that no one believed. They happen meet at a cafe one day, by chance the day that Vic was going to ask the local psychic about a case. Unfortunately, because of what he went through at his previous job, Vic thought that Simon was a fraud, and therefore not an option for any type of relationship. Neither could ignore the attraction between them though, but trust was not easy. A serial killer is on the loose though, and that brings them together. With a very intriguing storyline and characters that are easy to like, this book is intense and entertaining. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and volunta

Four Simple Words by Mary J. Williams

This is romantic, dramatic, amusing and interesting. Liam is determined, bold, charming and amusing. Destry is stubborn, snarky, tough and bold. They had a one night stand, said goodbye thinking that they'd never see each other again and then found out that they live in the same city. Their night was hot and fast, and neither could stop thinking about it, so when Liam finds Destry again, he begs for a chance to be with her. During their agreed on two week affair, they found that they had someone special in common. The drama is this storyline is amazing, Miller turns out to be a worse loser than we knew, Hugo is a bigger criminal and Billie is getting desperate. I love this series, and this is my favorite book from it. I can't wait to find out about Trey. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Always My Viscount by Dawn Brower

This is romantic, entertaining and amusing. Donovan is determined and sweet. Estella is strong, stubborn and brave. They fell in love then were separated by her stepfather. 3 years later they themselves together again. Donovan is very forgiving, but it's not exactly smooth sailing. Both characters are likable and sweet, and the storyline is entertaining. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Cyclone by Janie Crouch

This is an intense, suspenseful, romantic and thrilling story. Zac is a determined, caring and protective man who becomes haunted by his past the minute his dead wife's best friend looks at him in fear. Something happened between them, but he doesn't remember what. Anne is a strong, independent, quiet and vulnerable woman who likes to be invisible. Especially to the man who broke her heart and her spirit. But Zac won't let her hide, he needs to know what he did to make her fear him. Anne had developed feelings for Zac while he was with her best friend but never thought of acting on it. Zac eventually started to think of her as more than just his gf's best friend but hid it. After the funeral they were drinking and things got out of hand. The next day Zac went back overseas, and soon after that Anne moved to Florida. Now they're both back in town, still feeling the same way about the other, but not knowing if the past has can be overcome. The story and characters are

Mended Hearts by Arabella Steedly

This is a gripping, action packed, dramatic and entertaining story. Jake is tough, stubborn, amusing and sweet. Vanessa is bitchy, independent and stuck up. She has her caring, funny and kind moments, but mostly she judges people quickly and harshly, and always finds them lacking. They've had some trouble in their lives, and every time things start to go their way, trouble comes. Jake has PTSD too, which complicates things, but as they get through each situation, they get stronger as a couple. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Hearts In Hiding by Sahara Kelly

This is a fascinating, sweet and entertaining story. Finn is charming, strong and insecure. Hecate is outgoing, caring, independent and generous. When Hecate finds Finn in the woods he is suffering from typhus and malnutrition, and loss of memory. She takes him home to try to nurse him back to health, and has to use her special abilities to keep him from giving up on life. After he recovers from the typhus he slowly regains his health and strength back, and discovers that a fascinating woman is his guardian angel. Meanwhile Hecate ends up with a houseful of guests, that she's also helping. When Finn eventually regains his memory, it's to discover that he witnessed a horrific crime. This has a fun and romantic storyline, with an interesting ending. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Candid Book Reviews. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Highlander's Kiss by Joanne Wadsworth

his is steamy, intense and entertaining. Tavish is bold, determined, fierce and strong. Julia is stubborn, impulsive and caring. Cherub brings Julia to Tavish after she hurts her head, knowing that they are mates. Tavish realizes immediately that Julia is his chosen one, but Julia doesn't believe it because their auras aren't mixing. That doesn't stop Tavish from nagging her, it just makes him more determined. Another clash with the Mackenzie spices up everyone's life, and leads to a reunion. Tavish is very amusing when it comes to his mate

Accidentally Wed by Piper Sullivan

This is steamy, romantic, sweet and engaging. Zeke is determined, bold, dumb and oblivious. Maddie is stubborn, caring and untrusting. They'd had a pretty good thing going, until Zeke messed up, and Maddie wouldn't forgive him. 6 months later Zeke was still trying to get Maddie to talk to him when Aunt Mae decides to bless both of their businesses at the same time, with them together. So she binds their hands and recites her blessing. Zeke finally manages to get Maddie to talk, but only makes it worse. Then one day they wake up to people congratulating them on their marriage. He convinces her to give it a try, for her son, so they do. Unfortunately Zeke is not the smartest person, and he doesn't always think before he speaks, so he ends up in the doghouse, repeatedly. They each have good reason to not trust, and it's impossible to not root for them to make things work out. I really love this series, it has great storylines, wonderful characters and s

Highlander's Seduction by Joanne Wadsworth

This steamy, entertaining and romantic. Kirk is strong, determined, protective and loyal. Cherub is stubborn, caring and intriguing. Kirk has been looking for his mate for 5 years, Cherub just found out that it's her. But she is responsible for helping her people find their mates, so she tells Kirk that they can not be together. Kirk intends to prove to her that together they will be stronger, that he can help, not hinder, her work. Meanwhile the MacKenzie is up to something sinister, and it will take the power of the 3 and Cherub to win this battle. I love how the characters are all so happy and carefree when together.

Lord of The Blade by Elizabeth Rose

This is a fascinating story of love, betrayal, magic and redemption. Corbett is a cold, hard and determined man. Devon is a kind, caring, lonely and stubborn woman. Corbett has spent his life trying to rebuild his family's reputation that his father ruined by marrying a servant. He's determined to marry a titled lady so that his sons can inherit his title. Devon has spent her life being hidden in the monastery on Corbett's land, wishing she could be free to see the world outside of the monastery. Corbett has dreamed of a brown haired, green eyed woman who needs his help. When he goes to the monastery to get Devon's guardian to be the cook at his castle, he demands that she bring her "granddaughter" with her. Corbett and Devon both feel a pull towards each other, but Corbett treats her like an unwanted servant, which makes Devon fight against being just a lowly servant to him. He really treats her badly, except for being chivalrous enough to not force he into h

Family Doctor's Baby by Krista Lakes

This is romantic, sweet, amusing and full of drama. Jacob is sweet, charming and kind. Hannah is caring, quiet and vulnerable. The town has Jacob marrying Katie, even though neither is interested in having a relationship. He's secretly been in love with Hannah since high school. Hannah has always had a crush on Jacob, but didn't tell him. When things get hot one day, they have sex at the office, then decide that it's not a good idea, with the town being hung up on Katie. But then they go for it, just not telling anyone, and they get caught. All hell breaks loose in town, people being nasty to both of them. Then something happens to turn the tide. And the ending is so sweet and romantic. I loved this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

To Pillage A Pirate by Heather C. Myers

This is a fun, romantic and sweet story. Aaron is bold, fearless, caring, charming and amusing. Belle is strong, independent, stubborn and brave. Belle ran away from home when she was 13 and ended up working at a port pub. 8 years later she needs to leave, and first she tries to win her way onboard Aaron's ship, but that doesn't work. What does work is Aaron's kind heart, and fascination with her. They end working together on his piracy escapades, and getting closer to each other. When her former fiance, a Commador in the Navy, finds out about them, he makes it his life's mission to bring them down. That makes their life a little more dramatic, and them more determined to outwit him. It's a very fun and romantic storyline with likable characters. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Twice Upon A Time by Lisa Ann Verge

This a slow reading yet intriguing story. Conor and Brigid have chemistry, but Brigid is a tease and Conor is full of himself. There is love and romance, also loss and anger. It was hard to get into at first, but the story gradually hooks you and keeps you curious enough to keep reading. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Reading Deals. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
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Celebrate the Holiday Season with a collection of Regency Romances. Available September 18th – Connected by a Kiss: Regency Holiday Collection. Follow the tour and enter to #win a $10 Amazon Gift Card! Title: Connected by a Kiss: Regency Holiday Collection Author: Christina McKnight, Amanda Mariel, Dawn Brower Genre: Regency Romance, Holiday Romance Release Date: September 18th, 2018 A Kiss At Christmastide by Christina McKnight After a ruinous London season, Lady Pippa Godfrey has given up on the idea of true love--until a devilishly handsome stranger arrives at her Somerset estate, seeking shelter from a winter storm. Soon, she's daring to claim a Christmas kiss with Lucas Hatfield, the Earl of Maddox, but when the storm abates, will he break her heart like all the rest? How To Kiss A Rogue by Amanda Mariel Lady Natalie's betrothal is ended and frees her to pursue the man of her dreams. During a holiday party she discovers the lord she desires in att

Knight Shift by Em Petrova

This is a gripping story that is amusing, romantic and suspenseful. Chaz is bold, protective, stubborn and chivalrous. Fleur is naive, strong, brave and vulnerable. Chaz is sent to watch over Fleur, and get information from her. He didn't expect to be immediately and intensely attracted to her, or feel the overwhelming need to protect her. Fleur was on the run and confused, but with Chaz she felt safe, on top of being attracted to him. Her father wanted her dead, Chaz swore he'd keep her safe. There's lots of action and drama in the storyline, and Chaz losing his mind a few times. It's a great addition to the series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Highland Wolf Bride by Whitepuppy

This is an interesting, romantic, suspenseful, dramatic and sweet story. Malcolm is strong, bold, determined, caring and brave. Brooke is kind, caring, stubborn, snarky and brave. Malcolm raided the English village and castle because of his clans need for money, but instead of slaughtering the castle folk, he demanded the Earl give his daughter in marriage. Much to Brooke's surprise, Malcolm was not the cold barbarian she believed him to be, and most of his clan welcomed her without much fuss. Between them, and together, they face betrayal, loyalty issues and their own stubbornness. All together it's a fascinating storyline with interesting and entertaining characters. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

A Cowboy's Baby by Vicki Lewis Thompson

This was amazing, it's my favorite of the series. This is a romantic, steamy, gripping and funny tear jerker. Gage is nothing like I thought he would be, he's sweet, caring, funny and sexy. Emna is brave, easy going and kind. Josh is a very happy and smart baby. Gage is crushed when he goes to see Emma and she tells him to go away. The next day she showed up in Eagles Nest with a baby with Gage's eyes. Gage is beyond thrilled, as is all of Eagles Nest, to find that he has a son, and that Emma is still just as interested in him as he is in her. The whole book is filled with love, laughter and tears, I couldn't put it down. It belongs at the top of everyone's TBR list. I will definitely be reading this over and over. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it

First Time Up by Declan Rhodes

This is an entertaining and sweet story. Eric is quiet, tough and calm. Harley is outgoing, emotional and stubborn. They both thought that they were straight, until they met. They became fast friends and hung out together a lot, being the only two unattached guys in their group who weren't looking for a hookup or a relationship. The closer they became, the more each felt attracted to the other, so they decided to explore and experiment. Turns out that both are actually gay, and both decidedly ignored it up to that point. Of course HEA does not come easily for them, and Harley only makes it worse, but with some interesting help from their friends they fight for that HEA ending. The storyline is an intriguing one, and it's emotional, and dramatic, and funny. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.

Allegiance by Anna Markland

This is dramatic, amusing, sad and romantic. Rhys is smart, caring, optimistic and determined. Rhun and Rhydderch are bold and impulsive troublemakers, until they meet Glain. They grow up rather quickly after meeting her and turn into kind, caring and responsible adults. Annalise is a sweet, kind and optimistic girl who only seeks love. Glain and Isolda are sweet and caring, but Glain has a naughty streak in her. Rhys decides to marry the niece of the man who is going to hang his brothers, in exchange for not hanging them. Annalise is not pleased to be traded for the two ruffians, so she treats Rhys cooly, vowing to never open her heart to him. They become friends and get along well, until a near tragedy makes both realize that they view the other with more intense feelings. While making a journey to assess where roads could be built, they meet Glain, who the twins are both immediately attracted to. This causes trouble between the two, and Glain thinks it's a great idea for her twi

Hunter's Baby by Alexis Abbott

This is a gripping, suspenseful and romantic thriller. Hunter is intense, caring, protective and determined. Blossom is independent, resilient and brave. They fell in love, then she was ripped away. So Hunter has spent the last five years ridding the world of scumbags. Blossom has spent the last five years raising the daughter Hunter doesn't know about. Then she sees him, and things between them pick up right where they left off. Except now they're being hunted, their daughter is in danger, and Hunter will do whatever it takes to protect them, even if that means that he can't be with them. This is a fascinating storyline that calls into question, what constitutes a monster? Is it the random kidnappers, killers and rapists, or is it the person who kills them? Hunter will make you wonder if every murderer is really a bad person. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.